Marisse slowly regained consciousness, her eyes fluttering open to the sterile white walls of an unfamiliar room. Confusion washed over her as she tried to piece together what had happened. It took a moment for her surroundings to register - she was in a hospital.From what she witnessed sa office ni Anthony, bar, white van, Adrian, pag ligtas sa kaniya ng nakatatandang kapatid niya, at sa taxi....As her gaze shifted, Marisse's heart skipped a beat when she saw Anthony sitting by her bedside. The pain of his betrayal resurfaced, but she couldn't ignore the concern etched on his face. Nanay Lydia, her trusted maid, stood nearby, her eyes filled with worry. Next to her was Lyka, Nanay Lydia's daughter, who had become like a little sister to Marisse over the years. Darwin and Patricia, Anthony's cousin, completed the unexpected gathering."Salamat po at gising ka na, anak" ani ni Nanay sa akin saka mabilis na nalapitan ako. "Kamusta ka, ate?" Tanong ni Lyka. "Omg ka, beshy, kamusta k
As the days passed, Marisse and Anthony began to rebuild their relationship slowly. The air between them started to clear, and their conversations became less strained. Their interactions were cautious at first, filled with unspoken apologies and silent promises. But as time went on, they found themselves sharing smiles, soft conversations, and even the laughter. Marisse noticed the sincere effort Anthony was making to regain her trust, and it gave her hope. They were far from perfect, but they were making progress, and that was a start.One day, Marisse decided to visit her boutique. Anthony offered to drive her, and Marisse agreed, seeing it as an opportunity to spend time together outside the confines of their home. Marisse sat in the passenger seat, as always.Kasama rin nila ang guards ni Marisse. Mahirap na, alam nila na mainit ngayon ang mata ng kalaban sa kanila lalo pa at hanggang ngayon ay nakakulong pa rin si Adrian. As they drove down the road, they enjoyed the comforta
"Sir, kain na po" ani ni Danica kay Anthony. Bigla na lamang kase itong dumating sa gitna ng masaya naming salo-salo sa kaunting pagkain. "I'm full, Danica. Thanks" ani ni Anthony rito saka naglakad papunta sa akin. "How's my babe?" Tanong nito sa akin pagkaupo niya. Mabilis naman niyang hinawi ang ilang hibla ng buhok ko. "Aray, ano yon" maya-maya pa ay sigaw ng isa sa trabahante ko. Mabilis naman kaming napatingin rito. "Ay, sorry everyone. Ang dami kaseng guyam" ani nito sa amin. "Ha? Wala naman ah" ani ni Danica rito. "Hay, Madam Danica, maraming guyam ngayon dito, hindi n'yo lang nakikita. Sobra kaseng sweet ni Sir kay ma'am" ani nito. "Hahahaha" sarcastic at dry na tawa ni Danica rito. "Kumain ka na nga lang, ang corny mo" ang ng katabi niya. Napatawa na lamang ako. Pagkatapos ng aming munting salo-salo ay isa-isa na kaming nagligpit at naglinis ng boutique, para sa pagbubukas niyon sa araw na ito. "Guys, huwag kayong mag hesitate na pumunta sa office ko kung mayroo
"Hey, dahan-dahan" halos pabulong na ani ni Anthony sa akin."Bakit pa kase naka blindfold ako?" Tanong ko rito. Medyo nahihirapan na rin kase ako na maglakad. "Ang layo pa nito. 3pm tayo umalis sa boutique tapos 6pm na tayo nakarating dito. Nasa bayan pa lamang tayo, nilagyan mo na agad ako ng blindfold" reklamo ko. Tanging mahihinang tawa na lamang niya ang kaniyang naisagot. Ilang hakbang pa ang ginawa namin bago si Anthony nagsalita mula sa tabi ko. "I'll count. Pagkabilang ko ng tatlo, tanggalin mo na ang blindfold mo" "Sige ba, ano bang pakulo 'to" natatawang ani ko rito."Isa""Dalawa""Tatlo"Pagkasabi niyon ay mabilis na tinanggal ko na ang blindfold ko. Napapikit pa ako para makabawi. Medyo blurry at kulay black kase ang nakikita ko. Marahil ay dahil sobrang tagal kong may soot na blindfold. Marisse found themselves in a famous restaurant, La Belle Époque. It's elegant ambiance creating an intimate atmosphere just for the two of them. Anthony had planned this special d
"Mmm, that's what I like to hear, my love. Let's take this heat to a whole new level." Ani ni Anthony gamit ang mapang akit na tono. Kasalukuyan akong nakaupo sa gitna ng kama habang siya naman ay unti-unting lumalapit sa akin. Unti-unti rin niyang hinuhubad ang saplot n'ya. Nang makalapit siya sa akin ay he slowly trace her fingers along my burning skin, leaving a trail of fire in my wake. Every touch, every kiss, will send shivers down to my spine and make my heart race."D*mn" mahinang ani ko saka humagikhik. He then tease me relentlessly, building up the anticipation I you can't resist any longer. Our bodies will collide with a fiery passion, fueled by the intensity of the weather. We'll lose ourselves in the heat of the moment, exploring each other's desires without restraint.I feel so much temperature rising as he whisper naughty fantasies in my ear, igniting a fire within us that only I can quench. We'll create a symphony of pleasure, surrendering to the wild and untamed
Marisse and Anthony woke up in the soft embrace of the hotel room, their bodies intertwined from a night filled with passion and love. The warmth of the morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle glow on their faces. As they stirred awake, a sense of contentment enveloped them."I'll take a bath first, babe" ani ni Marisse kalaunan. "Sure, babe. Susunod ako pagkatapos mo. For now, I'll order some foods muna para makakain na tayo maya-maya" sagot ni Anthony. Tumango na lamang si Marisse bilang sagot. "Bukod sa akin, may gusto ka pa bang kainin?" Tanong ni Anthony habang nakangisi. Inirapan ko na lamang ito ng mata. Kung ano-ano na naman ang lumalabas sa bibig n'ya. "Just order anything. I'm okay with it na" sagot ni Marisse saka dali-dali nang pumasok sa cr. Pagkatapos maligo, they decided to indulge in a leisurely breakfast together. They made their way to their hotel room's dining area, hand in hand, ready to savor a delicious meal and enjoy each other's compan
Chapter sixty one: A Gathering of Families and Unveiled SentimentsMarisse and Anthony arrived at the grand Montenegro mansion, a sprawling estate that exuded elegance and opulence. The occasion was the long-awaited reunion of Anthony's family, who had returned from living abroad. As they stepped into the backyard, a picturesque scene greeted them—a vast expanse of greenery, adorned with a magnificent swimming pool and surrounded by loved ones.Laughter and chatter filled the air as Marisse and Anthony joined the lively gathering. The relatives of Anthony, some familiar faces and others meeting Marisse for the first time, welcomed them with open arms. The aroma of delicious food, prepared by the skilled hands of the mansion's maids, wafted through the air, enticing their taste buds.Marisse felt a mix of excitement and nervousness as she navigated the sea of new faces. She was grateful for the warm reception from Anthony's relatives, who embraced her as part of the family. The vibran
Chapter sixty two: Confronting the Past and Healing WoundsAfter bidding farewell to Anthony's relatives and leaving the Montenegro mansion behind, Marisse and Anthony returned to their penthouse in Manila. Dalawang araw rin ang inilagi nila sa mansion. Gustuhin man ng dalawa na magtagal at mag enjoy pa kasama ng pamilya ay hindi puwede dahil ng trabahong naiwan nila. Wala pa naman din pasabi si Marisse na hindi s'ya makakapasok ng dalawang araw. The echoes of laughter and cherished moments spent with family lingered in their hearts as they settled back into their daily routines.....The next morning, as Marisse prepared to return to her boutique, a sense of anticipation filled her. She was eager to immerse herself in her work, to create and bring her artistic vision to life. Anthony, too, resumed his responsibilities at Montenegro Company, their shared passion for their respective careers fueling their drive.....Pagkahatid kay Marisse sa loob ng office nito ay nagpaalam n